Recreation Program Coordinator - Arts, Culture, & Leisure

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA, AK
DEPARTMENT OF PARK, CULTURE & RECREATION

Open Date: May 14, 2020
Close Date: June 1, 2020

Position: Recreation Program Coordinator – Arts, Culture, & Leisure
Salary: [Union Position Step 1-3] $24.00 – $25.46 Hourly

The Unalaska Department of Parks, Culture & Recreation is accepting applications for the position of Recreation Program Coordinator, located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor. Unalaska, Alaska is a coastal community located in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,000 full-time residents with season influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position works under the direct supervisor of the Recreation Manager. Perform many routine and complex administrative works in, planning, organizing, coordinating and administering a variety of recreation programs.  This position will primarily be responsible for the planning and implementing of the department’s arts and leisure activities consisting of but not limited to: Missoula Children’s Theater, various arts classes and programs, leisure programs such as game and movie night activities, and other duties as assigned.     

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Working knowledge of recreational activities with the ability to work cohesively with all age groups and cultures. Ability to handle cash transactions but not limited to counting cash to record keeping. Be proactive in recognizing and determining materials, equipment, facility needs for each event/program and coordinates with other PCR staff. Ability to utilize a variety of audio-visual equipment. Ability to establish relationships with local artists with the aim of developing arts instructors and classes. Ability to teach or instruct classes related to at least one of the following: fine arts, pottery, music, or audio/video arts. Ability to schedule, manage time and coordinate all aspects of assigned programs. Attention to detail in regards to maintain within budget and funds are used more effectively and efficiently. Possess good communication with staff and public, have positive interpersonal skills and ability to have basic arithmetic and office practices with the occasional use of office equipment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma and or GED required; Combination of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis

Four (4) years of college with a degree in recreation or related field preferred.

One (1) year of recreation experience such as; child care, counseling, coaching and programming community center events or similar required.

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have or ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire;

Must have or ability to obtain First Aid & CPR certification within 90 days of hire;

Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends with possible hours during the week for various other programs;

Ability to work outdoors with participants;

Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred;

Must be eligible to work in the US; requirement by Federal Law if hired must complete employment eligibility verification (I-9)

Successfully pass background test which includes, Criminal background, Professional and Reference check. 

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as well as future periodic random testing.

BENEFITS:

Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire.

Medical premium 100% employer paid (employee & dependents)

Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours per month

Free LifeMed membership for employee and dependents

Free Parks, Culture and Recreation membership (employee only)

Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III for details)

Eligible for PERS retirement.

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us [job openings/Employment Forms Link]. Return completed forms to City of Unalaska HR Manager, Michelle Murdock email [email protected] or fax 907-581-4469.